LG VX-8600 / AX-8600

I am trying to decide whether or not to buy the LG 8600 or the MAXX razr. I like the both phones but still wonder if the lg8600 is a bit nicer. The MAXX is nice until you open it and those hideous red bars are there. I suppose I'd get used to it. The 8600 has a much nicer appearance and even has nicer wallpapers and such. Just heard such horrible things about the speakerphone.

Anyone have any opinions on which would be a better choice? I realize that it's hard with the MAXX just coming out today.